Rajinikanth’s recent tweet expressing his excitement about their collaboration for the upcoming film Thalaivar 170 stirred a heartfelt response from Amitabh. In his reply, Amitabh humbly acknowledged Rajinikanth’s reverence but emphasized that the title ‘Thalaivar’ truly befits the South Indian superstar.
Expressing his admiration, Amitabh tweeted, “Sirrrrr… you are too gracious to me, but just see the Title of the Film, it is THALAIVAR 170. Thalaivar means Leader, Head, Chief. You are the head, the Leader, and the Chief. ANY DOUBT people?? I cannot compare myself with you! My great honor to be working with you again!!”
The dynamic duo has previously shared the screen in notable films such as Hum, Geraftar, and Andhaa Kanoon. Their last collaboration was seen in the 1991 release, Hum. Now, after nearly three decades, their fans are eagerly anticipating their reunion in Thalaivar 170, directed by TJ Gnanavel.
Apart from Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth, the film features an ensemble cast including Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Dushara Vijayan, Ritika Singh, and Manju Warrier. With Anirudh Ravichander composing the music, Thalaivar 170 has garnered high expectations, uniting the top talents of the Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi film industries. The film is scheduled for release in 2024, promising an extraordinary cinematic experience for audiences worldwide.